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Ales changed a cambelt for me and I can't beleive the excellent service that was given. He explained everything to me and gave my car a thorough check over, Changing some light bulbs and fixing the cigerette lighter for me.This man has given me the confidence to buy vauxhaul cars again. Thank you so much Ales You will be my mechanic for life.Brilliant!!!!!

Emma Lee (Vauxhall Zafira 1.8)

Hi Ales I'm a driving instuctor and I have had my car misdiagnosed by 2 different machanics and it has cost me a lot of money that I did not need to spend on the car, I am please to have found you. you diagnosed my car and repaired it, It is working so well I am very happy with the service and will be using you from now on. Thank you kind regards Chris.

Chris Michael(Vauxhall corsa 1.3D)

Ales replaced my cambelt for a very reasonable fee. He also carried out other MOT related repairs on my car. This is the first time I had used him. I can honestly say that he is the best mechanic I have used in my 25 years of car ownership.He only does work that needs to be done , he knows what he is doing, he is a nice friendly chap and is very reasonable. He went "beyond the call of duty", by doing a couple of jobs including fixing my remote key which had not been working for 4 years without any charge!!If there was a website called "Trust a mechanic", I would definitely nominate him . Well done Ales, I would give you 10 out of 10 for customer satisfaction.

Martin Lobo (Zafira 1.6 Petrol 2003 Reg)

I phoned Ales in the afternoon and he told me to bring the car down the same day. On arrival Ales was very friendly and got straight to the problem which was the knock sensor and the engine oil, the job was done immediately with a diagnostic check and top up of engine oil.
10 minutes later I drove the car home and it was running as good as it was when I first got it! Fantastic prompt service in which I highly recommend! Charlie Streets.

Charlie Streets (Corsa Sri 1.8)

Found Ales webpage as my car was making a real loud noise when I drove. He took the car for a spin and noticed straight away what the problem was. really knowledgable mechanic and reasonable on prices. Thanks

Leigh Barnes (Tigra)

Phoned Ales and discussed the problem with my car, Ales made the time to listen to the problem I'm having with my car and came up with solutions, past experiences with other garages, they would say take the car to them they need to check it, obviously Ales would need to check it, but the difference was he told me to make some checks first myself before i took it to him, which might solve the problem.
Keep the good work up Ales.

Hak (Vaxhall Corsa owner)16/11/2011

very happy with the service. Ales found the fault showed me where it was, replaced part ,car runs perfect.

many thanks another time.
ron (Vauxhall Astra Diesel)

Hi Ales,
Thank you for giving me some really helpful advice about how to get a more affordable power steering column for my fiat punto and then fitting it for me for at a really reasonable price - it now works perfectly! Great service and quality work.

Nicki Croote (Fiat Punto)

Hello Ales and just to say thankyou for sorting out my 'Signum' a few weeks ago with the annoying false warning of a problem with the catalyser / exhaust system. Since you and Chris Jones
got on to the problem, there fortunately has been no recurrence so 'job done' and thanks.
Kind regards

Anthony (Signum)

Hi, Ales
I wanted to say thank you for the great service you provided me in reegards to helping my car with its engine and MOT you gave me a great price for an excellent service, and thank you for helping me out with my flat tire. Thank you for your support and great customer service.
EL-Hadad Mariam (Vauxhall Corsa)

Top man thorough efficient and above honest sorted my Golf with the minimum of fuss and at a good price would recommend.

Bob Rose (Golf MKIII, Vento, Mazda MPV)

Hi Ales
Just to say thank you for the great job you did on the car, fixing a complex problem. Much appreciated your fixed fee quote and that you were able to do it so quickly as well.
Car is now running just fine, no smoke problem at all.
I have posted a recommendation on East Dulwich Forum.
with very best wishes

Mrs Jeanne Hayes (Vauxhall Zafira)

I know Ales for long time and I would not change him as my mechanic for nothing. He is very honest, I trust him with my car as I know he does fix any fault and he doesn't charge you any extra money for work as other mechanics. I had a fault on my engine, he came to have a look at it in the evening after his work, the next day I had it repaired.
Like I said, after very awful experience with many mechanics around, I will be always his customer!!
Thank you
Lucie Vyb (Nissan Almera)

May 2011
I found "The car mechanic" web site by accident when looking for help with my Zafira's problem of going into "limp home mode" and cutting out. A friend had obtained some basic fault codes using a hand held tester. These indicated a crank shaft sensor fault and Diesel fuel pump fault, (very,very expensive!) among others.
I e-mailed Ales, and he explained that he would have to use his Tech2 tester to give a more accurate diagnosis. I phoned him, but he was very busy, and could not see me until the following week. (AArrgh!). Over the next few days the problem got worse, so I was forced to do what I was trying to avoid, going to a VX dealer!! I have had bad experiences with both Ford and VX dealers with their incompetence and dishonesty.

I booked the VX dealer for the coming Monday, with a genuine sick feeling in my stomach. The following night (around 8 o'clock) my phone rang. It was Ales, he said he was passing through my area on his way home (he obviously noted my area code), and could he have a quick look at my car? YES! He arrived with his Tech2 tester and proceeded to diagnose my faults, and a test drive to try to generate the fault (no luck).
He was with me for about 45 minutes, and explained the possible fixes for the fault, saying that the crankshaft sensor was the item to check first as it was the cheapest item, and that he would fit me in the following Monday.
I cancelled the VX booking, and took my limping car to West Norwood, where Ales was waiting with an empty ramp ready for my car. He had already obtained the new part, and would start immediately. I went walkabout for an hour, then returned to find all was done. All that was left was for me to take the car and see if the fault re-occurred. It didn't. As well as the part change, Ales reprogrammed my car's ECU with the latest updates. For all this I was charged a very modest sum, that would have been around 3 to 4 times that, at the dealers, assuming that they only fitted the sensor and not the fuel pump, which they are prone to doing and charging around £900 !!

I was so impressed with Ales's professionalism and customer attitude, that I booked my car in again to have my broken air-conditioning repaired. Today, he found that the air-con compressor was inactive (£250/280 a piece)!
He discovered that a replaceable part of the compressor was at fault (clutch magnet), so he obtained this item and saved the unnecessary cost of a complete unit.
I can only reiterate ALL what previous customers have said about Ales.
A thoroughly Decent, Knowledgeable engineer that does his best for his customers, which pleases him as much as them!! Well done Ales, go forth and prosper!

Bob Martinelli (Zafira 2.0 Dti Auto)

I wish I met Ales sooner. Unfortunately, when my car's engine management light came on I didn't know Ales so I made the mistake of taking it to another mechanic who charged me a small fortunate but didn't even fix the problem!
I then did an internet search and saw Ales's website. I emailed and booked an appointment. I was very pessimistic and was prepared to pay another small fortunate.
Ales carried out thorough checks to locate the fault, clearly explained to me what the problem was and fixed it very quickly for a very small price. Unlike other mechanics I've met, Ales is a very honest person and a skilled mechanic.
I can not thank him enough and as long as he works as a mechanic I will be his customer.

Nessa Dincgun (Vauxhall Astra)

Ales has provided an excellent service on the two different occasions that I've taken my Suzuki Swift for repair and service. Ales is trustworthy, dependable and very reasonably priced and on both occasions has finished the job in really good time. I would definitely recommend Ales as a reliable mechanic.

Rosie Tudor (Suzuki Swift)

He knows his stuff and is genuine honest and reliable, he wont rip you off either if he says it needs doing you can bet it does, his hourly rate is also second to none and he will keep you update through out the whole job as even he does not have an x ray machine and some times extras are unavoidable, well done Alas and keep it up,

Lee Simpson (vectra est 1.9 CTDI)

I'm extremely please with the work you carried out on the car, I know it was a bit of a pain because we were't sure what the problem was but the new engine is running perfectly. so thanks for your patience.

Ben Alder (Vauxhall Astra SXI)

Ales offers an exceptionally good all round service. I was really grateful that he worked late to finish repairs on the car so that it would be fixed for the Easter weekend. Ales is extremely helpful and informative and always tells you what exactly is wrong with the car. He is a top mechanic and I can thoroughly recommend him.

David Hedger (Astra 1.6 LS)

A 'cold' call one afternoon and I was offered an appointment the next morning to correct a lighting problem which was solved in 90 minutes. Truly excellent service particularly as I was not a previous customer - note 'was not' - which now is 'will be'!

Highly recommended.

Anthony (Vauxhall Signum 3.0CDTI 'Elite')

I am outmost satisfied with a great service, excellent aftercare and support,
I have received, in regards of all my enquires, and repair.
I did appreciate all the insights and suggestions you have given while my car was under repair in your garage.
It is with great pleasure to recommend your services.

I wish you all the best.

Kind regards,

Zsolt (Vauxhall Vectra C 1.9)

AV's complete rebuild of my engine was amazing. Fast,efficient and very professional. The service throughout was friendly and the cost very reasonable. I have no hesitation in recommending Arles to fellow vauxhall owners.

Roger Randall (Frontera B)

My old Astra was losing coolant and overheating overheating. Ales diagnosed a failed head gasket, identified other worn components in the toothed belt area, recommended some upgraded parts and did a comprehensive rebuild in a professional and friendly manner. Highly recommended. I.G. James Fulham SW6

Ian Glover-James ('97 Astra type F 1.4i 16v estate)

I took my car in for a MOT and service just before Christmas after receiving very good feedback about the service offered from my mum. I was not disappointed. Friendly and helpful service, I was kept very well informed and communication was superb. I had my car back to me far quicker than I had expected and at a far lower price than I had anticipated.

Very very impressed with the service provided, would definitely recommend and will be returning in the future

Rochelle Hailston (Citroen C2)

I took my car to him today as AA told me it was the key barrel. When I got the car to him, within one hour he got me back on the road.I think this man is bloody good, he needs a medal for the work he does.He is so good I would recommend him to anybody, and good price too.He is better than AA man anytime.

Les Gillman tv aerials (Zafira A)

I had fiew problems with my Astra and I went to local garage to get fix it but they couldn't and told me that it was a Vauxhall dealer job.

I looked on the internet for Vauxhall specialist as I did not wanted to go Vauxhall dealer cause they always over price you. I found Alesh website and I decided to bring my car to him. I explained to Alesh what the fault was and he understood me straight away. While I was waiting I went for lunch and by the time I came back my car was repaired, it took him not longer than an hour. Alesh and his colleague John are real professionals, they love their jobs and you won't get the feeling that they try to rip you off.

I recommend people to go to Alesh because he provided me with an excellent service and cheap price. Well done Alesh

Many thanks,

Ahmed Ayma (Vauxhall Astra H)

Ales, simply put, saved my car from going to the scrap yard having being plagued with serious engine problems. Not only was Ales very professional from start to finish, he nailed the problems right to the core. It has been driving like new since. Thank you so much for a job well done; even my girlfriend is full of praise for the smooth-running engine. Consider me as one of your life-time customers.

Alade Olusegun (Vauxhall Vectra)

I am from Australia and visiting my daugher in London. She has an old Vectra with quite a few problems and so I said that I would try to get them fixed.The most major problem was that the engine would stall without notice both at slow speeds and high speeds. This meant an instant loss of power steering and clearly was dangerous. It would immediately restart with a turn of the ignition key. I found out on the internet that this is a common problem with the Vectra but noone seemed to have a single remedy for the problem. I took the car to Ales and he replaced the crank angle sensor and then the slow idle valve. This has fixed the problem and my daughter is over the moon. I have been around cars all my life and I can easily tell a good mechanic from a bad one. I have only praise for Ales. He was correct in his diagnosis, very reasonable in his pricing and nothing was too much trouble. So I have no hesitation in recommending his business.

Peter (from Sydney) (Vauxhall Vectra B)

My initial e-mail contact was speedily replied to, and everything was made clear from the outset. As a busy freelance journalist with a chaotic schedule, being able to deal with these early enquires by e-mail was particularly useful for me. It also meant that I had a clear, itemised estimate of the cost to compare with that offered by the official dealer in Croydon, from whom I had bought the car originally. Their estimate was much higher, and anyway I liked the idea of dealing with a local, independent business with a specific knowledge of Vauxhall cars.

Having made an appointment, and later driven the car to the workshop, I was pleasantly surprised by the speed and efficiency with which the service and MOT were carried out.

Since the car has been serviced and MOTd, it runs quieter, smoother and seems to be using less fuel.

I would not hesitate to recommend your services to anyone with a Vauxhall car that needed servicing or repairs. If you need me to do so, please don't hesitate to ask.

It's worth mentioning that the card that was put through my door some months before, and which I kept on my desk until it was needed, was very useful in finding you in the first place.

That said, I did make a point of looking at your Web site before phoning you. So this too was useful in persuading me that you might be the right man for the job. And you most definitely were.

Best wishes,

Nigel Floyd (Vauxhall Corsa D)

Good friendly service at a fraction of what you would pay main dealers. My car drives so much better now Thanks to him. Well recomended to everyone. Good luck lads, keep the good work going.

Aslan Levo (Mercedes 220 CDI)

IJust wanted to say a big thankyou for all your help! my car was fixed in no time and you kept me updated throughout, very friendly service and I didn't feel like I was getting 'ripped off!' thanks again and I will see you soon!

Goddard Melanie (Vauxhall Tigra B)

I had been very pessimistic whether my old Omega would even be worth repairing after a quote I had had elsewhere, but then I came across ˜The Car Mechanic™ who turned around my list of car maladies (some normally awkward for a non-dealership), to give me back a car that runs fitter and better than ever for literally a fraction of the cost I feared and it really purrs now! If you want dealership-level skills and service, but at extremely cheap and honest prices then I cannot recommend this establishment more. I will certainly be looking no further from now on.

Uff Jeremy (Vauxhall Omega)

I have taken my peugoet to Ales a couple of times now and i have found him to be really helpful and professional. Because he has lots of experience and takes the time to listen to you decribing faults, he can diagnose them in an instant and gets the job done as quickly as possible, so you can have your car back asap. You don't get the feeling he is trying to rip you off, he charges fair prices for doing a good job. I would definately recommend him and hope his new business continues to thrive.

Roberts J (Peugeot 206cc)

A serious fault developed with our ford focus which was not identified by two AA mechanics. We were very pleased to find Ales who offered a mobile mechanic service. He identified the fault and repaired the car promptly at very reasonable rates. We would highly recommend Ales and would not hesitate to use his service again in the future.

Leaback Ann (Ford Focus)

I had a problem with my Astra 1.7DTi cutting out. I took it to a local garage who ran a diagnostic with the resulting fault code of 'PO251- spill valve ECU'. They then informed me that to put it right would cost £900 with parts and labour - that's right, £900! Fortunately, I then went to the internet and googled 'PO251, Vauxhall' or something like that, and saw that there was a load of forum information about this supposed spill valve malfunction being a common and spurious fault, and that the ECU could normally be fixed without having to replace it, as a repair of the ECU (rather than replacement) will almost always do the trick. Luckily for me, I came across Ales's website, with all the recommendations of his satisfied customers and his experience, particularly with Vauxhalls. I called him and he quickly confirmed my suspicions, that the car was almost certainly fixable at a fraction of the cost quoted me by the other place ( an established firm that has been going for about 50 years!). A couple of days later I took it in and he did the job for £240. Not only that - while looking at it he spotted a rusty frame underneath that Vauxhall have a Recall on - ie they will fix for free - and he took it in to Penfolds to get them to fit the replacement part, at no extra cost! If that's not looking after your customers, I don't know what is!! Ales has the up-to-date knowledge, combined with an honest and personable manner. I'm so happy that I have found a good and trustworthy mechanic, as I really do rely heavily on my car for my business (professional musician).
Hell will freeze over before I allow anyone else to work on my car from now on. If anyone wants to hear the recommendation direct from me, feel free to call me. Jim 07866 492 046

Jim (Vauxhall Astra)

Dear Alesh, Thank you very much for the courteous and lst class service given to my daughter Natalie and her Tigra yesterday. (17.10.2010) To find such attention in London is rare and I would not hesitate to recommend you anyone who needs honesty and reliability. Thank you

Newell john (Vauxhall Tigra)

It's not often you find a mechanic that you can trust!
Ales you get 100% for good honest mechanical advice, workmanship and feedback.
I can highly recommend Ales for all your cars electrical and mechanical problems.
It is refreshing to find that good service, great workmanship and honest pricing still exists in London!

Carsten Natasha (Golf)

With a 2 year ongoing problem with my power steering , countless mechanics looked at my car and tried to charge me the world to fix it. Not only did Ales fix my car in a day, he did it at a very reasonable price. He knows things about vauxhalls that the main dealer respectively don't know.

Slattery Warren (Vauxhall Vectra C)

Dear Mr. Vochyan,
I am writing to you to express my appreciation for repairing my car whilst I was on holiday in London. I am very grateful for you working through the night into the early hours of the morning, allowing me to continue with my holiday without encountering any further problems.

Thank you again, I can't thank you enough.

Yours Faithfully,
Roy Dale (Doncaster)
(Volvo)